Gel from varicose veins is used both in the prevention and complex treatment of this disease. It can also help after surgery. It is important to choose the right composition of the drug, depending on the severity of the disease and possible contraindications.
Why are anti-varicose gels good?
External treatment of varicose veins is definitely included in the therapeutic course. The best solution here is a gel or cream-gel for varicose veins.
They have an acid-base balance close to human skin, are easy to apply and absorb, do not clog pores and do not stain clothes.
The gel contains special ingredients that allow the active ingredients to penetrate quickly into the tissues of the body.
Anti-varicose gels are recommended for the following diseases:
- venous insufficiency;
- swelling and bruising, vascular "stars";
- varicose veins;
- phlebitis and thrombophlebitis;
- bruises and traumatic injuries;
- hemorrhoidal cones.
Which gel is effective for varicose veins in a particular situation is decided by a phlebologist or vascular surgeon. After all, the effectiveness of the drug depends on the stage of the disease and possible side effects. Foreign agents have such contraindications.
What do gels for varicose veins in the legs contain?
Depending on the active ingredients, such foreign substances can be divided into the following subgroups:
- Reduces the risk of blood clots with a component that improves vascular permeability and prevents platelet soldering. These gels also reduce swelling and inflammation.
- Phlebotonicsbased on plant extracts. Eliminates swelling, improves blood flow in the arteries, prevents venous congestion. There are many similar preparations, most often containing horse chestnut extract.
- Anti-inflammatory.It may be non-steroidal or may contain corticosteroids. The first eliminates inflammation and swelling, the second additionally narrows blood vessels, has an antiallergic effect and prevents scarring.
Combined therapies are often used. Due to its expanded composition, they also have tonic, anti-inflammatory and vascular strengthening properties. For example, one such combination contains bee venom and horn concentrate in addition to plant extracts, and pine bark and extracts from red grapes and menthol as part of another preparation.
Anti-varicose gels are also prescribed in advanced cases: they treat trophic ulcers and relieve foot fatigue. After surgery, such devices help to improve the blood supply to the tissues and eliminate swelling.
Although it is not possible to completely cure varicose veins with the help of gel, such drugs are able to slow down the disease in the early stages. It is good to use them for prophylaxis for people who are prone to diseases or spend a lot of time on their feet.